Classic Peanut Butter Cookies
Indulge in the perfect blend of sweet and salty with these Classic Peanut Butter Cookies, a timeless treat that’s as easy to make as it is to devour! Featuring rich, creamy peanut butter as the star ingredient, these cookies are irresistibly soft with delightfully crisp edges. Prepared in just 15 minutes of prep and baked to golden perfection, they boast a signature crisscross pattern that adds a touch of charm. This no-fail recipe combines pantry staples like all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and vanilla extract for a nostalgic homemade flavor that’s sure to please any crowd. Whether you’re enjoying them fresh out of the oven or as a snack anytime, these peanut butter cookies are the ultimate comfort food dessert. Perfect for bake sales, holiday cookie platters, or a simple afternoon treat, this recipe makes a generous batch of 24 cookies to share—or not!
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Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1 unit large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Step 2
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter, granulated sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy. This should take about 3 minutes with an electric mixer on medium speed.
Step 3
Add the peanut butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the creamed mixture. Beat until well combined.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
Step 5
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring on low speed to form a dough. Ensure everything is thoroughly combined.
Step 6
Scoop tablespoon-sized portions of dough and roll into balls. Place them on the prepared baking sheets, leaving approximately 2 inches of space between each.
Step 7
Using a fork, press down on each ball to create a crisscross pattern.
Step 8
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and let the cookies cool on the baking sheets for 5 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (739.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3344.4 |
| Total Fat 176.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 52.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g | |
| Cholesterol 343.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2629.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 389.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 220.2g | |
| Protein 85.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 53.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 294.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 14.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1899.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories